Chapter 0: Rules “Please cooperate during entry, you bastards.” “It’s simpler than you think. Just remember three things.” That’s what I was told on my first day as an immigration officer. “First. When referring to others, use ‘Sir’ or ‘Madam.’ When referring to yourself, use ‘this official.'” The woman who hi...
Chapter 0: Rules “Please cooperate during entry, you bastards.” “It’s simpler than you think. Just remember three things.” That’s what I was told on my first day as an immigration officer. “First. When referring to others, use ‘Sir’ or ‘Madam.’ When referring to yourself, use ‘this official.'” The woman who hired me extended one finger as she spoke. “Those entrusted with state duties must distinguish themselves from ordinary citizens. They need to speak in a way that makes their role instantly clear. That’s how we avoid misunderstandings or unnecessary conflicts. The foundation of that… is how we address people.” In other words, changing the basic language of address makes it obvious that we’re government officials. Not a bad idea. That way, even if we’re in plain clothes and not in unifor
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